The Governor of Cross River, Prof Ben Ayade has ordered that religious centres resume activities emphasising that the worshippers must wear face masks at all times and they must only occupy the sitting positions of the centres.
The order which is to take effect from May 24 was released on Wednesday, signed by his Special Adviser, Media & Publicity, Mr Christian Ita.
He said:” We are very grateful to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishops, Bishops, Priests, Pastors, Christians of various denominations.
“We are also grateful for the entire Muslim community for their support and cooperation during the period of suspension of public worship in our state in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
“We acknowledge the understanding and cooperation of religious leaders contributed immensely in keeping our State Coronavirus Free thus far.
“However, conscious of the Spiritual Economy, and in response to appeals by religious leaders in our state, His Excellency has issued the following executive orders: The order suspending public worship in the state, is hereby lifted with effect from Sunday, May 24th. 2020.
